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07 06 29 BODR Presentation29 June 20071Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportWASHINGTON PARK CONCEPT PLANFOR THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLBODR –Basis of Design Report 29 June 20072Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportTABLE OF CONTENTS1. History of Washington Park and Washington AvenueHistory of Existing Building2. Existing Site Conditions Existing Vegetation and Landscape3. Site RelevanceSite location -Miami BeachSite location -South Pointe NeighborhoodSite location -Street4. Design Concept Narrative -Washington Park Parcel5. Preliminary Design Concepts Design Concept One -Dog Park -NarrativeDog Park -Preliminary Design SketchDog Park -Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsDesign Concept Two -Green Market -NarrativeGreen Market -Preliminary Design SketchGreen Market -Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsDesign Concept Three -Traditional Park -NarrativeTraditional Park -Preliminary Design SketchTraditional Park -Preliminary Estimate of Probable Costs 29 June 20073Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design Report6. Refined Design ConceptsRefined Design Concept One -Traditional Park -NarrativeTraditional Park -Preliminary Design SketchTraditional Park -Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsDesign Concept Two -Green Room -NarrativeGreen Room -Preliminary Design SketchGreen Room -Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsDesign Concept Three -Sail Shade Feature -NarrativeSail Shade Feature -Preliminary Design SketchSail Shade Feature -Preliminary Estimate of Probable Costs7. Community Design Workshop Number One8. Community Design Workshop Number Two9. Selected Design for Washington Park Parcel “Green Room”-Concept NarrativeSelected Design -Sketch -Washington Park ParcelSelected Design -Sketch -Washington Park LawnSelected Design -Proposed Design ElementsEstimate of Probable Costs for the Washington Park Parcel10. Comments by The City of Miami Beach applicable departments 29 June 20074Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design Report11. Design Review Progress Meeting -Reduction in ScopeSelected Design (Revision Number One) -Sketch -Washington Park ParcelSelected Design (Revision Number One) -Proposed Design Elements12. Community Design Workshop Number ThreeSelected Design (Final Revision) –Sketch -Washington Park ParcelRevised Conceptual Estimate for the Washington Park Parcel 29 June 20075Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportWashington Park (the Park) is located in a 200 feet x 130 feet lot at the corner of Washington Avenue and 2ndStreet. The Park was once a place where intense vagrancy was visible; the City, to ameliorate this situation, brought in trailers to feed the homeless. Washington Avenue is the main shopping artery for the City of Miami Beach and home to the Convention Center. At 3rd Street, a short block away on Washington Avenue, the SanfordL. Ziff Jewish Museum of Florida is housed in a former synagogue designed by noted Deco era architect Henry Hohauserin 1934, and is currently on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1955, a Library building was built to serve as a branch to the public library system. The existing building still remains, but has not served as a library since 2005.Vintage photos north of Washington Avenue 19301. History of Washington Park and Washington Avenue 29 June 20076Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportThe existing building, located within Washington Park, is a goodexample of Miami Modern (MIMO) style architecture.The name MIMO was first used in 1998 as a promotional tool to create public awareness, and to preserve structures built after World War II through the mid-'60s. This style, influenced by the climate and vibrant light, reflects an exotic twist on the modernist look with curved surfaces, bright colors, concrete cantilevers, cheese holes, eyebrows and textured stucco.The City of Miami Beach has identified the need for the total renovation of Washington Park to give the community a much needed place for rest and recreation. The renovations include the preservation of the MIMO style architecture building. The Park is currently open but is partly fenced off from the existing building. The building currently houses the Clerk of County Courts.Swanke Hayden Connell Architects (SHCA) has taken all these issues into consideration, and presented different options that will transform the existing conditions into an urban oasis, preserving the historical characteristics which will help shape the design and development of the park.History of Existing Building 29 June 20077Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportEntrance to the building which was once used as a public library branchCorner at 2nd Street and Miami Avenue.Back alleyCorner of 2nd Street and building’s back alley2. Existing Site Conditions Note: Site view 2, 3 and 4 show the surrounding neighborhood of Washington Park 29 June 20078Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportEach view is indicated with a number on the site plan shown below. View 2, 3, 4, and 5 refer to buildings that have already been demolished for the site development.Existing Vegetation and Landscape 29 June 20079Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportThe aerial views of the area in question depict the Park’s topological significance in the City of Miami Beach’s urban fabric. An excerpt from A Historyby Howard Kleinberg, Centennial Press, Miami:“Redevelopment, renewal and gentrification are about to change this. The area is beginning to blossom with condominium buildings, time-share hotels and town houses. Cascada, a new European-style community, has homes inspired by the Mediterranean architecture of a Tuscan villagio. 5th Street cuts a swathe across South Beach from Ocean Drive on the east to Alton Road on the west where it becomes the Mac Arthur Causeway, the main link with downtown Miami. North of 5th begins the official Art Deco district stretching north to 23rd Street and concentrated in three parallel streets, Ocean Drive, Collins Avenue and Washington Avenue. After years of neglect and plans for the wholesale demolition of buildings, the fanciful architecture of the ‘30s and ‘40 was given a new lease of life in 1979. Led by Barbara Capitmanand Miami Design Preservation League, a square mile of South Beach was granted a listing in National Register of Historic Places and Art Deco District was born.”3. Site Relevance 29 June 200710Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Location –Miami Beach 29 June 200711Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Location –South Pointe Neighborhood 29 June 200712Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Location –StreetWASHINGTION AVE.SECOND STREETCOLLINS AVE. 29 June 200713Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportAfter discussions with Capital Improvements Projects (CIP), Parks and Recreation and the Planning and Zoning Department, a need has been identified for an area where Parks and Recreation could staff a Support Center. The following results from a Preliminary Concept Development meeting applicable to the three (3) concept plans are as follows:ƒConsider the condition of the existing structures on the Washington Avenue Parcel. Our recommendation, which holds true for the three (3) concepts, is to provide an opportunity for the redevelopment of the land.ƒGreen space is often reduced to meet minimum local zoning regulations. This reduction of green space, along with an increase in high density housing associated with urban redevelopment, has created a demand for public recreational areas.On June 4, 2004, Swanke Hayden Connell Architects (SHCA) presented the following three (3) Preliminary Design Concepts, including sketches and estimates of probable costs to the City of Miami Beach applicable departments: ƒDesign Concept One: “Dog Park”ƒDesign Concept Two: “Green Market”ƒDesign Concept Three: “Traditional Park”Based on that meeting, the Design Team was directed to further explore Design Concept Three, the “Traditional Park”.4. Design Concept Narrative –Washington Park Parcel 29 June 200714Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportPlease find below the narrative information of the design intent, a preliminary sketch, and a preliminary estimate of probable cost.Design Concept One -Dog Park -–NarrativeMany of these urban green spaces do not permit dogs nor do they provide adequate space for proper exercise and canine socialization. Design Concept One, will create an enclosed area for off-leashed dogs to exercise under the supervision of their owners. Various additions include; fountains / shallow wading areas, canine agility course equipment, separate enclosed areas for smaller canines, and sitting areas for owners. The existing structure will service tenant operations that are directly related to the usageof the park. Several ideas to explore are as follows:Private Practice Veterinarian Office–A private operator would lease the building from the City.Kennel / Boarding or Doggie Daycare Facility–A private operator would lease the building from the City, and provide programming for the park, including but not limited to communityeducation and social events. Canine Training Facility–Entire park could become a training facility for specialized dogs such as Guide dogs or K-9 Police dogs. Facility can also be an Obedience Training School open to the public.Dog Rescue Organization (Greyhound or general rescue)–A private operator would lease the building from the City. The facility would provide lost/found services, education, and adoptions.5. Preliminary Design Concepts 29 June 200715Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportHumane Society Outreach Center–Either programmed by, or in conjunction with, the Humane Society and Private Veterinarian Practices. The space could be programmed to provide education on immunization, animal population control, and basic services on a voluntary basis. Workshops could be given to youth and elderly participants in conjunction with local schools or elderly community associations.“Canine Companions”–In conjunction with the Humane Society, participants in need ofcompanionship could be accompanied by canines bought from the Humane Society. Pet Supply Store / Bakery–A private operator would lease the building from the City and provide pet supplies. Part of the programming could also facilitate a bakery for the community. 29 June 200716Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Improvements 1. Site landscape throughout2. Perimeter fencing encompassing entire site3. Restrooms and bathing facilities4. Dog agility course and dog runs 5. Site lighting6. Wading pool with new landscape and pavilionseating 2nd StreetWashington AvenueDog Park -Preliminary Design Sketch 29 June 200717Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportDog Park –Preliminary Estimate of Probable Costs Note: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006 29 June 200718Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConcept Two (2) will bring several functions that have the ability to work together in a communal fashion. One such example is the introduction of community gardens for the purposeof growing produce in an urban setting, which has been illustrated with the relocation and improvements of the“Victory Garden”on the adjacent parcel. Concept Two will sponsor a Farmer’s or Green Market working in cooperation with the community gardens directly to the east of the site. The existing structure will service the park with tenant operations that are directly related to the usage of the park. Several ideas to explore are as follows:Elementary Workshops–The building will be programmed to serve as a learning center with educational workshops in conjunction with local elementary schools and Parksand Recreation. As part of the school curriculum, students will participate in workshops focused on environmental awareness, ecology, health and nutrition, biology and botany, etc. As part of the program, plots of land will be assigned to students to participate in the growing of fruits, vegetables, and flowers, which in turn could be sold at the Green Market. This weekly / bi-weekly / monthly market, as well as the workshops could be co-sponsored by the members of the community gardens.“Latch Key”Program–An after hours “latch key”program will be implemented to provide supervision to neighborhood children that would otherwise be left alone until parent’s arrive home from work. Programs that tie into the elementary workshops could be implemented. Children would have the opportunity to engage in the elementary workshops and participate in the Farmer’s/Green MarketSummer Camp–Programmed by Parks and Recreation, the building and adjacent land could serve as a Summer Day Camp for inner city children. Programs and workshops once again would be focused on ecological concerns and the natural environment. A xeriscapecould be created with identifications, and included into the studies of the natural vegetation.Farmer’s/Green Market–A centralized area of the park would be programmed to receive accommodate vendors on defined days to sell fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices,meats, flowers, etc. This event could be co-sponsored by the members of the community gardens, the elementary schools participating in the study program and Parks and Recreation. Proceeds from the sale of the student grown produce could be used to assist with the funding of the programs.Design Concept Two -Green Market –Narrative 29 June 200719Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Improvements 1. Perimeter fencing encompassing entire site2. Controlled and public entrance to park3. Market area4. Fountain with paverwalk5. Planting areas 6. Site lightingGreen Market –Preliminary Design Sketch2nd StreetWashington Avenue 29 June 200720Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportGreen Market –Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsNote: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006 29 June 200721Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConcept Three, will program the park in a more traditional fashion with the incorporation of water features, sitting areas, and additional landscaping. The existing structure will service the park with tenant operations that are directly related to the usage of the park. Several ideas to explore are as follows:Community Center–Under Parks and Recreation approval, the building and adjacent land could serve as a Community Center offering nature awareness programs and workshops for youth and elderly residents. Programs could in turn facilitate the interaction between older and younger community members.Performing Arts Center–Programs admitted by Parks and Recreation in cooperation with aPerforming Arts Group, the building and adjacent land could serve as a Performing Arts Center offering programs and workshops for youth and elderly residents. An outdoor amphitheater or pavilion couldfacilitate community involved performances. Theater, Symphony and/or Ballet program space could also be included and any proceeds from these events could be used to assist with the funding of the programs. Funding for the facilities could be generated by endowments for the arts funds.Nature Resource Information Center –Under Parks and Recreation approval, the building and adjacent parcel could serve as a Nature Resource Information Center. This space could provide information on organized activities such as sailing, boating, kayaking, cycling, camping or a multitude of other outdoor activities. It could also program other recreational activities such as bird watching in cooperation with national organizations such as the Audubon Society. Organized tours of natural ecosystems could also be available.Design Concept Three -Traditional Park –Narrative 29 June 200722Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSite Improvements 1.Piers and fencing at entrance2.Controlled and public access to site3.Restroom and storage for outdoor4.Raised pavilion with colonnade5.Site lightingTraditional Park –Preliminary Design Sketch2nd StreetWashington Avenue 29 June 200723Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportTraditional Park –Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsNote: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006 29 June 200724Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportBased on the meeting with the City of Miami Beach applicable departments, the SHCA Design Team was directed not only to further develop Design Concept Three -“Traditional Park”, but also create two (2) new design concepts which are as follows:ƒ”Green Room”ƒ“Sail Shade Feature”These three (3) concepts were presented to the area residents intwo (2) Community Design Workshops (CDW).The first workshop was held on September 29, 2004. The SHCA Design Team presented the three (3) Design Concepts which included sketches and preliminary estimates of probable costs to the local community members. With their comments, the SHCA Design Team gained a better understanding of the community’s vision of the park.The second workshop was held on April 25, 2005. The SHCA DesignTeam presented the local community members with the selected design based on the first CDW, along with a preliminary estimate of probable costs.6. Refined Design Concepts 29 June 200725Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSHCA described elements that are common with the three (3) schemes. Washington Park will be a passive park, open to the neighborhood during the day and closed at sundown bythe Parks Department. The park will be enclosed by a perimeter fence. The pedestrian linkages are to Victory Gardens to the East, 2nd Street to the South and the main entrance from Washington Avenue. The intended use of the existing building will be multi-purpose. A budgetary allowance is established for infrastructure upgrades to include ADA accessibility compliance, ADA restrooms, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection improvements, and a pantry area for refreshments. All schemes include allowances for benches. All the existing vegetation on the site is non-native, and can be removed. There are very large un-kept ficustrees to the South of the property encroaching on the public sidewalk and on the public trees along Washington Avenue affecting the streetscape. In addition, there are trees growing closely around the existing building that are going to be removed. The coconut palms and cluster palms are to be relocated based on the final design. All three (3) schemes include a variety of tree shaded areas and landscape upgrades.The design includes a circular fountain surrounded by pathways. As in traditional park planning, the formal entrance on Washington Avenue leads to the focal point; the Fountain, which then proceeds to the Multi-purpose Building. A secondary path to the entry along Second Avenue can be found along with a winding path to the Victory Gardens to the East. The design includes a traditional element of Pergolas to the East of the Multipurpose Building which will provide partial shading. Refined Design Concept One -Traditional Park –Narrative 29 June 200726Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportTraditional Park –Preliminary Design Sketch2nd StreetWashington AvenueSite Improvements 1.Perimeter fence with entry gate2.New landscape3.Water fountain 4.New seating5.Site lightingEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITYFOUNTAINPERGOLASFORMAL ENTRANCEFORMAL ENTRANCEPERIMETER FENCEPERIMETER FENCEPERIMETER FENCEPAVED AREAPAVED AREAPAVED AREA 29 June 200727Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportTraditional Park –Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsNote: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006City Of Miami Beach Washington Park 29 June 200728Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSHCA described elements that are common with the three (3) schemes. Washington Park will be a passive park, open to the neighborhood during the day and closed at sundown bythe Parks Department. The park will be enclosed by a perimeter fence. The pedestrian linkages are to Victory Gardens to the East, 2nd Street to the South and the main entrance from Washington Avenue. The intended use of the existing building will be multi-purpose. A budgetary allowance is established for infrastructure upgrades to include ADA accessibility compliance, ADA restrooms, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire protection improvements, and a pantry area for refreshments. All schemes include allowances for benches. All the existing vegetation on the site is non-native, and can be removed. There are very large un-kept ficustrees to the South of the property encroaching on the public sidewalk and on the public trees along Washington Avenue affecting the streetscape. In addition, there are trees growing closely around the existing building that are going to be removed. The coconut palms and cluster palms are to be relocated based on the final design. All three (3) schemes include a variety of tree shaded areas and landscape upgrades.The design includes interconnecting diagonal pathways from Washington Avenue, Second Avenue, and Victory Gardens, forming a lawn. The lawn is “The Green Room”. The lawn’s use is flexible, and can support different functions. The formal entrance is to the South of the Multi-Purpose Building, allowing for a paved area along the South elevation. This allows the multi-purpose building to open to the park.Design Concept Two -Green Room –Narrative 29 June 200729Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportGreen Room –Preliminary Design Sketch2nd StreetWashington AvenueSite Improvements 1.Perimeter fence with entry gate2.New Landscape 3.New seating4.Site lightingEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITYGREEN ROOM LAWNPERIMETER FENCINGPERIMETER FENCINGPERIMETER FENCINGENTRY GATEENTRY GATEPAVED AREA 29 June 200730Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportGreen Room –Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsNote: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006City Of Miami Beach Washington Park 29 June 200731Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSHCA described elements that are common with the three (3) schemes. Washington Park will be a passive park, open to the neighborhood during the day and closed at sundown bythe Parks Department. The park will be enclosed by a perimeter fence. The pedestrian linkages are to Victory Gardens to the East, 2nd Street to the South and the main entrance from Washington Avenue. The intended use of the existing building will be multi-purpose. A budgetary allowance is established for infrastructure upgrades to include ADA accessibility compliance, ADA restrooms, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire protection improvements, and a pantry area for refreshments. All schemes include allowances for benches. All the existing vegetation on the site is non-native, and can be removed. There are very large un-kept ficustrees to the South of the property encroaching on the public sidewalk and on the public trees along Washington Avenue affecting the streetscape. In addition, there are trees growing closely around the existing building that are going to be removed. The coconut palms and cluster palms are to be relocated based on the final design. All three (3) schemes include a variety of tree shaded areas and landscape upgrades.The design includes informal pathways along the park with four (4) sail polyethylene sails for partial shade only.Design Concept Three -Sail Shade Feature –Narrative 29 June 200732Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSail Shade Feature –Preliminary Design Sketch2nd StreetWashington AvenueSite Improvements 1.Perimeter fence with entry gate2.Water fountain 3.New seating4.Site lightingEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITYSHADE DEVICES TYP. OF 4PAVED AREAPERIMETER FENCE W/ENTRY GATEPERIMETER FENCE W/ENTRY GATEPERIMETER FENCE W/ENTRY GATEPAVED AREA 29 June 200733Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSail Shade Feature –Preliminary Estimate of Probable CostsNote: Preliminary Estimate issued to the City of Miami Beach by SHCA on the year 2004, needs to be updated according to current market unit prices for the year 2006City Of Miami Beach Washington ParkSite LightingSite LightingSite Lighting 29 June 200734Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConference ReportProject Name and Address:Client:City of Miami BeachCity of Miami Beach1700 Convention Center DriveMiami, FL 33139Contractor:N/ASubmitted By: IvonneGarcia / Catalina GoniProject No.6281-A Washington ParkDate of MeetingSeptember 29th 2004Project Director / ManagerDate PreparedOctober 4th 2004IvonneGarciaThis Conference Report, copies of which have been furnished to all interested parties as shown, sets forth an understanding of all comments and decisions made during this conversation. SHCA willproceed in reliance upon the decisions and statements set forth below. If there are any discrepancies or misunderstandings, the parties are directed to bring them to our attention in writing (with copies to all parties who receive this Conference Report within seven (7) days.Location of MeetingWashington Park, Miami BeachAttended by: (Name, Title, Firm or Agency) Purpose of Meeting7. Community Design Workshop Number One 29 June 200735Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION01.01Introduction by Donald Shockey. Design Concept centers on the Washington Park, Library site. Victory Gardens to the East has not opened to the public. The South -East parcel next to Opium will house the RDA police and renovations are underway to accommodate this occupancy. The police further emphasized that while they will be across the street, they will monitor the park. The South Parcelwill have a parking lot of approximately twenty five (25) cars. The library at Washington Park will be relocated at the beginning of 2005. All the structures currently on the site with the exception of the existing library have been slated for demolition.02.01SHCA presented Three Design Concepts: Concept One –Traditional Park, Concept Two –The Green Room, Concept Three –Sail Shade Feature. Each scheme includes a preliminary budgetary estimate.03.01SHCA described elements that are common to the three (3) schemes. Washington Park will be a Passive Park, open sunrise to sunset, and closed at sundown by the ParksDepartment. The park will be enclosed by a perimeter fence. The intention is that its use will be a neighborhood park. The pedestrian linkages are to Victory Gardens to the East, 2ndStreet to the South and Main Entrance from Washington Avenue. The use of the existing building (currently the library) is of amulti-purpose nature. A budgetary allowance is established for infrastructure upgrades to include ADA accessibility compliance, restrooms, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection improvements,and a pantry area for refreshments. All schemes include allowances for benches. All the existing vegetation on the site is non-native, and can be removed. There are very large un-kept ficustrees to the South of the property encroaching on the public sidewalk and on the public trees along Washington Avenue affecting the streetscape landscape. In addition, there are trees growing closely around the existing buildings that are going to be removed. The Coconut palms, and cluster palms are to be relocated based on the final design.All three (3) schemes include a variety of tree shaded areas, including the removal ofsome of the existing trees and the addition of native species. 29 June 200736Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION04.01.Design Concept One –Traditional ParkThe design includes a circular fountain surrounded by pathways. As in traditional park planning, the formal entrance on Washington Avenue leads to the park element, the Fountain, and the paths lead to the Multipurpose Building, a secondary path to the Entry along Second Avenue, and a winding path to the Victory Gardens to the East. The design includes a traditional element of Pergolas to the East of the Multipurpose Building as a partial shade feature.Design Concept Two –The Green RoomThe design includes interconnecting pathways from Washington Avenue, Second Avenue, and Victory Gardens in diagonals, creating a lawn. The lawn is The Green Room. The lawn’s use is flexible, and can support different functions. The formal entrance is to the South of the multi-purpose building, allowing for a paved area all along the South elevation. This allows themulti-purpose building to open to the park.Design Concept Three –Sail FeatureThe design includes informal pathways along the park with four (4) sail polyethylene sails for partial shade only.END OF REPORT 29 June 200737Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConference ReportProject Name and Address:Client:City of Miami BeachCity of Miami Beach1700 Convention Center DriveMiami, FL 33139Contractor:N/ASubmitted By: IvonneGarcia / Catalina GoñiProject No.6281-A Washington ParkDate of Meeting12 April 2005Project Director / ManagerDate Prepared22 April 2005IvonneGarciaThis Conference Report, copies of which have been furnished to all interested parties as shown, sets forth an understanding of all comments and decisions made during this conversation. SHCA willproceed in reliance upon the decisions and statements set forth below. If there are any discrepancies or misunderstandings, the parties are directed to bring them to our attention in writing (with copies to all parties who receive this Conference Report) within seven (7) days.Location of MeetingWashington Park, Miami BeachAttended by: (Name, Title, Firm or Agency) Purpose of MeetingCommunity Design Workshop Number Two8. Community Design Workshop Number Two 29 June 200738Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION01.04.12Introduction by Donald Shockey. Design Concept centers on the Washington Park, library site. Thelibrary at Washington Park has been relocated. All the structures currently on the site have been demolished.02.04.12SHCA presented selected Concept Two –The Green Room, and a preliminary budgetary estimate.03. 04.12Design Concept –The Green RoomThe design includes interconnecting pathways from Washington Avenue, Second Avenue, and Victory Gardens in diagonals, creating a lawn. The lawn is The Green Room. The lawn’s use is flexible, and can support different functions. The lawn is to be tilted approximately eighteen inches above finished floor (18”AFF) maximum at its highest point, so as to have the building terrace become the focal point. Pole lighting, building accent lighting and recessed lighting are proposed along the pathways, as well as park benches and a cluster of (3) three planters along the Terrace for seasonal plants. The formal entrance is to the South of the Multi-Purpose Building, allowing for a paved area all along the South elevation. This allows the Multi-Purpose Building to open to the park.03. 04.12ContinuedThe design also includes an entry gate feature whose design emulating the existing MIMO building, by incorporating a similar eyebrow element as well as the materials already used for the multipurpose center. The gates are proposed to be installed at the three interconnecting entry points. The remainder of the fence is to be the City of Miami Beach standard picket fence, painted white.The Multi-purpose building is to receive Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection improvements, ADA and finish upgrades, including multipurpose flooring. Also the building’s south elevation, which faces the park, is to be modified to accommodate doors with glazing inserts. The buildingis to have a unisex ADA accessible restroom open to the exterior at the east side of the building with close access for Victory Park. All modifications to the structure need to be approved by Historic Preservation.The park furniture and equipment proposed is not the City of Miami Beach standard, and are more in keeping with the MIMO style of the building. The City of Miami Beach stated that it was important to present these options to the Board. For ease of maintenance, the light fixtures proposed, which are currently used at the public park on Collins and 22nd, are to be replaced with the light fixtures used along Lincoln Road.04.04.12City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department presented a program schedule for the Multi-purpose Building. 29 June 200739Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION04.04.12City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department presented a program schedule for the Multipurpose Building.05.04.12The community comments are the following:-Preference for more senior oriented programming, i.e. dancing.-Preference for gated park. Area is vagrant intense, and poor maintenance of the park will promote more vagrancy. Gate height can be lowered-Preference for benches to be located in shaded areas.-Preference for not removing the ficustree at the south west end of parcel. -Preference to incorporate drinking fountain into park equipment specifications.-Preference over proposed park furnishings vs. City of Miami Beach standard-Preference to have the park open to the public while the proposed concept is being developed into a real project.-Preference of not having an exterior restroom without security.-Preference for incorporating hedge along east gate to conceal alley way.06.04.12The next step is for the City of Miami Beach to review the community’s comments noted above with SHCA Design Team. SHCA to revise BODR, as applicable, and submit Final BODR to the City of Miami Beach City Commission for project approval and commencement of the Construction Document implementation of The Green Room.CMBSHCAEND OF REPORT 29 June 200740Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportBased on the outcome of the first and second Community Design Workshop, and the follow up of the Refined Design Concept, SHCA’s“Green Room”Concept was selected as the most suitable option for the neighborhood. The lawn is to be tilted approximately eighteen (18) inches maximum above finished floor elevation so as to have the building terrace become the focal point, while also allowingthe lawn to function as an auditorium for open air activities. Pole lighting, building accent lighting, and recessed lighting are proposed along the pathways. Park benches and a cluster of (3) three planters along the Terrace for seasonal plants are also included as part of the design. The design also includes a MIMO inspired entry gate feature similar to the eyebrow element on the existing building. The gates are proposed to be installed at the three (3) interconnecting entry points. The Park will be open with no perimeter fencing. If the program requires the Park to be fenced, an entrance/fence will be added in the future. Refer to proposed optional Entrance/Fence elevation on page 43.The Multipurpose Building is to receive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection improvements, ADA and finish upgrades, including multipurpose flooring. The building’s South elevation, which faces the Park, is to be modified to accommodate doors with glazing inserts. The buildingis to have a unisex ADA accessible restroom open to the exterior at the East side of the building with closeaccess from Victory Park. All modifications to the structure need to be approved by the City’s Historic Preservation Board.The CIP department stated that it was important to present theseoptions to the City of Miami Beach Commission. The proposed Park furniture and equipment is not in accordance with City of Miami Beach standards yet will respect and accentuate the existing MIMO style of the building.The design concept approached the replacement of two (2) of the ficustrees located in the South East section of the Park. These trees will be replaced by new non-invasive species such as palm trees that are consistent with thelandscape along Washington Avenue . 9. Selected Design for Washington Park Parcel “Green Room”–Concept Narrative 29 June 200741Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSelected Design –Sketch –Washington Park ParcelSite Improvements 1.Tilted lawn “Green Room”2.New accent lighting3.New landscape 4.New seating5.Paved areas2nd StreetWashington AvenueEXISTING TREE TO REMAINPAVED AREALIVE OAKFLORIDA ROYAL PALMPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPAVEDAREAPEDESTRIAN ENTRYTILTED LAWNPLANTERSEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITY 29 June 200742Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportThe lawn is The Green Room. The lawn’s use is flexible, and can support different functions. The lawnis to be tilted approximately eighteen inches (18”) above finished floor (18”AFF) elevation maximum at its highest point, so as to have the building terrace become the focal point and it gives the ability to function as an auditorium for open air activities. Selected Design –Sketch –Washington Park Lawn 29 June 200743Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportProposed BenchProposed Optional Entrance/FenceProposed Path LightsProposed Post LightingProposed Landscape LightingSelected Design –Proposed Design ElementsStandard BenchProposed PlanterStandard Post LightingProposed Post LightingStandard Trashcan 29 June 200744Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportEstimate of Probable Costs for the Washington Park Parcel* 40% price increase adjustments for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2004 and for the (FY) 2005 -Estimated Contingency = $310,833Total for (FY) 2006 cost =$1,087,917.60*City Of Miami Beach Washington Park 29 June 200745Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportPublic Works Department:10. Comments by The City of Miami Beach applicable departments 29 June 200746Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportPublic Works Department: 29 June 200747Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportResponse by the Capital Improvement Projects Office to comments submitted by Public Works:Item No. 1; Review / develop during Design Development Phase (DDP); not applicable at this stage. Item No. 2; N/A; there is no work proposed within the right-of way. Item No. 3; Review / develop during DDP; not applicable at this stage. Item No. 4; N/A; there is no work proposed within the right-of way. * Item No. 5; Review / develop during DDP; however, please note that Acorn lighting fixtures are not being proposed.This project will be presented to the Historic Preservation Board and all amenities will need to be compatible with the Miami Modern (MIMO) style architecture.Item No. 6; Review / develop during DDP; not applicable at this stage. Item No. 7; This review is for final BODR approval by City Commission; allother drawing submittals will occur during DDP. Item No. 8; Currently, no work within right-of-way; will review / develop during DDP -if applicable; not applicable at this stage.Item No. 9; Currently, no work within right-of-way; will review / develop during DDP -if applicable; not applicable at this stage.Item No. 10; Review / develop during DDP; N/A for parking (there isn't any parking included within the scope of work); not applicable at this stage.Item No. 11; N/A; there is no road / bridge construction. Item No. 12; N/A; there is no work proposed within the right-of way. Item No. 13; N/A; there is no special pavement / traffic calming treatmentsproposed. Item No. 14; Review / develop during DDP; not applicable at this stage. Item No. 15; Review / develop during DDP; not applicable at this stage; maintenance will also need to be discussed. Item No. 16; Will provide to Consultant; however, will continue developing during DDP. * No longer applicable as per change of scope. All amenities tofollow City of Miami Beach standards. 29 June 200748Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportCapital Improvement Projects OfficeAll estimates of the Probable Costs for Washington Park Parcel in the BODR report are preliminary and need to be updated according to current market unit prices for design and construction.The Property Management Department:The final concept chosen retains the need for an ADA compliant facility. This includes the entrance to the building (path of travel) as well as the restrooms in the Park which are located inside the building. Regardless of which design is chosen, full ADA compliance is mandatory.Planning and Zoning Department:General consensus was reached with the simple and clean proposeddesign. There were still some outstanding issues as to which types of trees would be planted in the southwest corner to replace the invasive Ficustrees, as well as whether a fence was going to be required by the Planning and Zoning Department on the street. Another issue, raised by the Planning and Zoning Department was whether the roots of the remaining Ficustrees (good type) in the southeast corner would be protected during construction as well as not be adversely effected by the new walkway.The Police Department:The following are some recommendations from the Police Department:The perimeter fencing should be crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED), fencing out any hedges which would reduce or eliminate the natural surveillance capabilities.All landscaping should conform to the two (2) feet/six (6) feet rule.No ground cover landscaping should be above two (2) feet and all tree canopies should be above six (6)feet.Any proposed benches should be designed to discourage anyone from laying down (the proposed benches do not provide this attribute).Although the park closes at sunset, the improved lighting shouldbe adequate to illuminate the park for easy visibility into the park from the sidewalks/streets.Any irrigation system installed should have the capability to automatically turn on at night throughout the park. 29 June 200749Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConference ReportProject Name and Address:Client:City of Miami BeachCity of Miami Beach1700 Convention Center DriveMiami, FL 33139Contractor:N/ASubmitted By:Catalina Goñi/ Juliana RamirezProject No.6281-A Washington ParkDate of Meeting26 January 2007Project Director / ManagerDate Prepared12 June 2007Catalina GoñiThis Conference Report, copies of which have been furnished to all interested parties as shown, sets forth an understanding of all comments and decisions made during this conversation. SHCA willproceed in reliance upon the decisions and statements set forth below. If there are any discrepancies or misunderstandings, the parties are directed to bring them to our attention in writing (with copies to all parties who receive this Conference Report) within seven (7) days.Location of MeetingCity of Miami Beach, Miami BeachAttended by: (Name, Title, Firm or Agency) Purpose of MeetingTo review design progress11. Design Review Progress Meeting –Reduction in Scope 29 June 200750Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION01.01.26CMB and SHCA reviewed selected deign concept-The Green Room 02.01.26CMB stated the following to be changed:-Remove perimeter fence-Remove formal entry gates (quantity 3)-Remove paved terrace area adjacent to multi-purpose structure-Remove planters at paved area adjacent to building-Remove light fixtures from tilted grass area-All improvements from the multi-purpose building that are not related to making the restrooms ADA compliant to be removed-Existing ficustrees at Second Street to remain-Green Room area to be increased as to reduce the amount of pavedarea in fronof the multi-purpose building-All equipment that is not Miami Beach standard to be removed-Remove all improvements from the multi-purpose center that are not ADA requirements -Tilted lawn to become levelSHCA 29 June 200751Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSelected Design (Revision Number One) –Sketch –Washington Park ParcelSite Improvements 1.Enlarged “Green Room”Items Removed1.Planter2.Tilted lawn “Green Room”3.Paved Terrace4.Entry Gate5.Perimeter Fence2nd StreetWashington AvenueEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITYGREEN ROOM LAWNHEDGESEXISTING TREE TO REMAINPAVED AREALIVE OAKFLORIDA ROYAL PALMPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPAVEDAREAPEDESTRIAN ENTRY 29 June 200752Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSelected Design (Revision Number One) -Proposed Design Elements 29 June 200753Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportConference ReportProject Name and Address:Client:City of Miami BeachCity of Miami Beach1700 Convention Center DriveContractor:N/AMiami, FL 33139Submitted By:Catalina Goñi/Chris HoltProject No.6281-A Washington ParkDate of Meeting31 May 2007Project Director / ManagerDate Prepared31 May 2007Catalina Goñi/Chris HoltThis Conference Report, copies of which have been furnished to all interested parties as shown, sets forth an understanding of all comments and decisions made during this conversation. SHCA will proceed in reliance upon the decisions and statements set forth below. If there are any discrepancies or misunderstandings, the parties are directed to bring them to our attention in writing (with copies to all parties who receive this Conference Report) within seven (7) days.Location of MeetingPolice Headquarters, Miami Beach, 1100 Washington AvenueAttended by: (Name, Title, Firm or Agency) Mario Gonzalez-Pola, CIP Catalina Goñi, Project Director, SHCAJorge C. Cano, CIP Chris Holt, Project Manager, SHCAOlivia Almagro-Johnson, CIP Kevin Smith, Miami Parks and Recreation Department Residents: Danielle Altanisova, Jo Asmundsson, Erika Brigham, Frank & Marian Del Vecchio, Barbara Drake, Mary Claire Espenkotter, IsmaelGonzalez, Richard Kaufman, Catherine Prescott, David Swim.Purpose of MeetingCOMMUNITY DESIGN WORKSHOP Number ThreeITEM DESCRIPTION ACTION01.05.31 Introduction by Jorge C. Cano. Design Concept centers on the Washington Park, Library site. The library at Washington Park has been relocated. All the auxiliary structures that were part of the site have been demolished.12. Community Design Workshop Number Three 29 June 200754Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION02.05.31SHCA presented Selected Concept Three –“The Green Room”–with the Capital Improvements Projects scope reduction03.05.31Design Concept -“The Green Room”The Design includes the following:•Interconnecting pathways from Washington Avenue, Second Avenue, and Victory Gardens in diagonals, creating a lawn. The lawn is “The Green Room”. The lawn’s use is flexible, and can support different functions. The lawn is to be a flat surface rather than the previous tilted lawn concept due to potential tripping hazards and reduction of level open space.•Pole Lighting, building accent lighting and recessed lighting are proposed along the pathways, as well as park benches.•Additional tree clusters were presented along Washington Avenuewith the preservation of the existing Ficustrees at Second Avenue.•The formal entrance is to the South of the multi-purpose building, allowing for paved area all along the South elevation. This allows the multi-purpose building to open to the Park.•The three (3) entry gates were eliminated to further emphasize an open park environment.•The multi-purpose building is to receive MEP/FP, ADA and finish upgrades, including multi-purpose flooring. The building is to have a unisex ADA accessible restroom open to theexterior at the East side of the building with closed access to Victory Park. All modifications to the structure needto be approved by the City’s Historic Preservation Board.•The park furniture proposed were those of the Miami Beach standard, which included the light poles, trash cans, and park benches.04. 05.31Jorge C. Cano stated that construction budget for landscaping upgrades is roughly $600,000-$700,00005.05.31Kevin Smith discussed the potential option for portable fencing to be implemented. 06.05.31Consensus to move forward with the revised design concept and present the BODR to the Commissioning at the July 2007 meeting. 29 June 200755Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportITEMDESCRIPTIONACTION06.05.31 ContinuedThe community comments are the following:•Concern about locating benches under trees because of birds•Preference for an open park without gates.•Concern of children in an open park. Preference for programming that includes portable fences to protect small children.•Consensus to remove ground lights to avoid tripping hazard.•Concern about standard light poles. Preference for wall washers and other types of downward facing light fixtures.•Consensus to remove hedges on East side of Park boundary because of vagrancy and safety concerns.•Consensus to introduce sufficient amount of lighting as to eliminate any dark spots within the Park.•Concerns about adjacent property to the North.•Consensus to introduce a “secure division”between the Park and adjacent property to the North.07.05.31The next step is for the City of Miami Beach to submit the BODR for the July Commissioning meeting which will be provided by SHCA containing all updated comments and alterationsin regards to the community’s comments. With approval, SHCA and the City of Miami Beach will move forward with Construction Documents to start implementing landscaping upgrades.CMB SHCAEND OF REPORT 29 June 200756Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportSelected Design (Final Revision) –Sketch –Washington Park ParcelSite Improvements 1.“Secure Division”between adjacent lot on north side of park2.Additional Light Poles and BollardsItems Removed1.Hedges2nd StreetWashington AvenueEXISTING STRUCTUREMULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY MEETING SPACERENOVATED INTERIORS:-RESTROOMS-M/E/P/FP-SECURITYGREEN ROOM LAWNEXISTING TREE TO REMAINPAVED AREALIVE OAKFLORIDA ROYAL PALMPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPEDESTRIAN ENTRYPAVEDAREAPEDESTRIAN ENTRYCONTINUOUS FENCE 29 June 200757Washington Park, Miami Beach, FL BODR Basis Of Design ReportRevised Estimate of Probable Costs for the Washington Park ParcelCity Of Miami Beach Washington Park